Title: Howells Mere 27, Crane Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Howells Mere 27, Crane Lodge Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Thames River ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88250000/88242900/88242847/51f55c8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88250000/88242900/88242847/w1121h760x0y0-dbd6251e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88250000/88242900/88242847/c91803ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88250000/88242900/88242847/2a32b1a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88250000/88242900/88242847/f98ae420.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Crane Lodge, a serene lakeside haven with hot tub and access to luxury spa facilities. Unwind by the swimming pools or try your hand at water sports and fishing on the lake. Bike hire is available for exploring, while tennis courts offer an opportunity for some friendly competition. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 1111 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Gym - Parking available - Pool - Dryer - Washer £1,447 includes taxes & fees 6 Oct - 7 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Howells Mere 27, Crane Lodge Crane Lodge is a lovely lakeside holiday home with hot tub set in a 550 acre beautiful nature reserve. It has excellent onsite facilities, with luxury spa access, swimming pools, water sports, fishing, bike hire, tennis, restaurant, bar & pizza shack. Sleeping up to 9(+2) in 4/5 bedrooms & 4x bathrooms. 2x double ensuite, 1x twin, 1x triple (double & single over) & snug with sofa bed & TV leading to decking area, seating, BBQ & hot tub. Open plan living area leads to covered balcony area. Ground Floor Outside • Hot Tub • West facing sundeck • Fully enclosed • Private pontoon • Direct lake access • Sun loungers • Hanging chair Bedroom • 5' Double bed • Door to lakeside sundeck • Ample storage • En-suite • Shower • WC and basin Snug/Bedroom (Sofa Bed) • 4' 6" Sofa Bed • 31” smart TV • Door to lakeside sundeck Bathroom • Bath • Shower • WC and basin First Floor Bedroom • 2 x 2' 6" single beds • Can be configured as a 5' double • Adequate storage Bedroom • Triple sleeper • 4' 6" bed with 3' single over • Adequate storage Bedroom • 4' 6" double • Covered, lakeside deck • Outdoor seating • Adequate storage • En-suite • Shower • WC and basin Bathroom • Bath • Shower • WC and basin Second Floor Living/dining area • Panoramic lake views • 2 x 2/3 seat sofas and 2 x chairs • 2 x arm chairs • Gas fire • 50” smart TV • Dining table with seating for 8/9 • Doors to West facing balcony • Wine Cooler Kitchen • Modern and well equipped • 5 ring electric hob • Single oven and grill • Dishwasher • Built in Microwave • Built in 70/30 fridge and freezer • washing machine • Nespresso Vertuo Coffee Machine Enclosed Balcony • Charcoal BBQ • Rattan style outdoor seating More Information Lower Mill Estate - On-site Facilities & Activities: • 550 acres of private Nature Reserve, including seven Lakes & three Rivers • Excellent Water Sports - Paddle boarding, kayak, canoe & rowing boats • Somerford Lagoon can only be used for non-powered water sports between the 1st of April and the 30th of September • In order to minimise disturbance to overwintering wildfowl, the footpaths to the Southern and Eastern edge of Somerford Lagoon are not accessible from the 1st of October to the 31st of March • Spinney Lake is available for non-powered water sports all year. • Bike Hire & Trails • Excellent & varied Fishing • Tennis Courts & 3G artificial turf multi-use games area • Activity Hub - Bookable activities • Ballihoo Restaurant & Clubhouse Bar • Pizza Shack & Takeaway • Children's play area • Soft play - charges apply • No large single sex parties are permitted on site Lower Mill Estate Spa • Free use of the world-class Spa, treatments extra • Indoor & outdoor heated pools • Outdoor eco-pool allows you to swim amongst reeds and lilies • Extensive selection of natural, holistic & nurturing GAIA spa treatments • State of the art, fully equipped Technogym • Beautifully landscaped gardens • Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult Local Area • Local & walkable village pub, lakeside Restaurants & Cafe's nearby • Wide choice of local Water Sports, activities & attractions nearby • Close to Cirencester and convenient for exploring the Cotswolds • Good transport links (approx. 1.5 hours from West London) ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Hot tub - Indoor pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Gym - Heated pool - Optional golf privileges - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Water skiing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 568934 ## About the area Cirencester is home to this holiday home. Cirencester Golf Club and Blunsdon Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lakeside Ski & Wake and Combat Splat. Swindon and Cricklade Railway and Cerney House Gardens are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby. [Visit our Cirencester travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester.dx4602) [View more Holiday homes in Cirencester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Private-Holiday-Homes.d4602-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.64358%2C-1.96926&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ueiO9pHaEmbKM7MF9e3mLVKU-HU=) Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire ### What's nearby - Somerford Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Lakeside Ski & Wake - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles - Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre - 13 min drive - 6.5 miles - Cirencester Church - 14 min drive - 6.9 miles ### Getting around - Kemble Station - 19 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Potting Shed Pub - ‬11 min drive - ‪White Hart Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Old Boathouse - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Wheatsheaf Inn Pub - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Howells Mere 27, Crane Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### How much does it cost to stay at Howells Mere 27, Crane Lodge? > As of 4 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howells Mere 27, Crane Lodge on 6 Oct 2025 start from £1,447.13, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-Howells-Mere-27.h88242847.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Howells Mere 27, Crane Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Howells Mere 27, Crane Lodge? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Howells Mere 27, Crane Lodge? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Howells Mere 27, Crane Lodge located? > Situated in Cirencester, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Somerford Lagoon and Thames River. Thames Path and Neigh Bridge Country Park are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Howells Mere 27, Crane Lodge Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John G. 30 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend break Excellent short stay ##### John G. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey L. 8 Jan 2023 #### Relaxing New Years stay Stayed with friends over the New Year Excellent accommodation, Highly recommend. Comfortable rooms. ##### Tracey L. ### 8/10 Good #### Katy J. 20 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easy weekend! All good - spacious house, everything you need is there, interesting place to explore too. ##### Katy J. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo W. 17 Jan 2024 #### Great house and location We had a lovely 3 night stay in this home. The beds were very comfortable and sheets were beautifully soft. Plenty of towels in the bathrooms and the kitchen had every utensil you could need. Love the location, have been before and will go again! ##### Jo W. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 20 Oct 2023 #### Great house for a group of friends in a lovely location The property was ideally located on the lake in this lovely estate, perfect for a group of friends, but would stay with family too. The house had everything we needed and the hot tub was an added bonus. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joey S. 29 Sept 2023 #### Great stay We all thoroughly enjoyed our family get together stay at Crane Lodge. Orion Holidays were extremely efficient and accommodating. Only negative is the lack of proper signage on the complex making it difficult to locate the Lodge. ##### Joey S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda H. 15 Nov 2024 #### Annual Family Trip Having stayed at Howells Mere, Lower Mill Estate last year we decided to return as it is a great place for the whole family. Orion Holidays had Crane Lodge on their list. We decided to book through Orion Holidays and from start to finish the service was excellent. Everything ran very smoothly and Crane Lodge did not disappoint and the facilities were excellent . As we were asked to give feed back we had a few minor suggestions which we fed back. Crane Lodge is beautifully appointed and a lovely home and we would book it again. ##### Amanda H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 6 Dec 2024 #### just what we wanted Company phoned us the day before arrival to make sure we had what we needed to get into the property and to let us know we could come into the property earlier than the official check in time which was really helpful. On arrival the place was clean and tidy and we had no issues whilst we were there with the property itself The hot tub could have been cleaner, there was a notable amount of hair in it when we arrived which was a shame but it didn't put us off using it. The property and location and service we received mean that we had a fantastic for a weekend away with friends. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Clare H. 3 Jul 2023 #### Lovely sunny weekend We had a great weekend at Howell’s Mere. The location is lovely and the house was perfect for us to enjoy the water and sit on the terrace. We really enjoyed the swimming pool and nature walks, although it was a bit tricky getting around as so many parts of the park are private and it isn’t always clear where you are allowed or not. ##### Clare H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 19 May 2024 #### Beautiful house for a family weekend We stayed at this gorgeous house for a family weekend to celebrate my mums 75th birthday. We had family aged from 18 months to 80 and the house was perfect. The owners have such style and everything so well thought through. We all enjoyed the hot tub and eating dinner on the upstairs decking. Beds were lovely and the master bed rooms were gorgeous. Orion holidays were organised and friendly when we called them. We will definitely be back and use them again . This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 8 Nov 2023 #### Even the weather couldn't ruin it! We managed to pick the 4 rainiest days of the year, but still felt it was a delightful escape. So many things for the kids to do, especially the pool, great walks for the dog, a charming spa for the wife, and welcoming a restaurant to escape the rain and get a great feed. The house was really clean well proportioned, and well furnished with a great feel of light and space looking out over the balconies to the lake below. I cant think of anything that was missing. 100% we will be returning to this!!! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 15 Oct 2022 #### Ideal location & property for family celebration Fabulous property. Spotlessly clean. Previous reviews mentioned marks on walls which, there were, but this didn’t detract from our enjoyment. Property isn’t suitable for people with poor mobility due to amount of stairs but fine for others. Lovely fizz and card greeted us on arrival. Orion Holidays, can’t fault their service. The Cotswolds Water Park is a great place. There’s something for everyone This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather P. 6 May 2024 #### Fabulous accommodation. We stayed at Howells Mere for 3 nights in April to celebrate my dad’s 80th birthday. 10 of us stayed in total ranging from aged 13-80. The setting and accommodation were perfect- I cannot recommend it highly enough. The accommodation was amazing, spotlessly clean, ,beautifully furnished, there were plenty of towels and robes for all of us and the kitchen had everything in you could wish for. We enjoyed big family meals round the dining table. The decked area on the top floor is large and full of comfy furniture with cushions provided and we sat out each evening watching the sun set across the lake. It’s the perfect setting for a family celebration as there’s something for everyone. There are lovely walks from directly outside the property and information on these is provided. If you just want to sit and relax the outlook is amazing. The whole “village” is beautiful and so well maintained, we enjoyed a take away coffee and some pastries from the coffee shop on site. Some of us went swimming at the spa but please be aware that they split the timetable into 90 minute seasons and you have to queue at the start of each session to get a space. It’s well worth a visit though, the main pool is lovely and there’s a big outdoor pool which was a bit chilly but we soon got used to it. The eco pool was freezing but worth a quick dip to re-energise! We also booked the tennis courts- just sign up at the courts and book an hour slot on the paper timetable. The hot tub was beautifully clean and we loved using this and my brother took his paddle board which we just launched off the lower deck into the lake- perfect! The customer service from Orion was truly exceptional, the best I’ve experienced. The online booking was easy, the pre arrival info was so comprehensive, I had a pre arrival phone call to check room configurations etc, another call the day before to say we could check in early and then a member of staff actually arrived at the property on the day we arrived to check all was ok. This is an exceptional property, maintained and managed by an exceptional company and in an exceptional location- get booking ! ##### Heather P. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clare H. 29 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely sunny stay We had a wonderful weekend in this lovely property. We enjoyed playing and swimming in the meres and lagoons and the spa pool. We spent lots of time on the veranda and enjoying the BBQ. ##### Clare H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023